Six Agawam obituaries were recorded for the week of July 6–12, 2026: Cross, Andrew; Scibelli, Salvatore; Cone, Arnold E. Sr.; Raymond, Claire "Fournier"; Lafleur, James; and Morin, Renee. Forastiere Smith Funeral & Cremation handled arrangements for two of the six.
Agawam Conservation Commission approves 2026 pavement program with environmental safeguards. The commission unanimously backed the project, which includes street sweeping, manhole adjustments, and pavement markings across town roads; all work near water bodies and wetlands will include preventative
Four Agawam-resident obituaries appear in the column for the week of June 29 through July 5, 2026: Cecchetelli, Diane (83), who died June 29; Margerison, Robert T. (86), who died June 30; Martinez, Gladys (71), who died July 2; and Breor, Ernest P. (66), who died July 3. The source obit…
The Agawam Soccer Association is gearing up for its biggest travel season yet, announcing a record 26 teams in the Roots Soccer League for 2026–2027. The association is recruiting volunteer coaches to fill open positions across multiple age groups; interested parents can reach out to Ja…
Agawam Conservation Commission votes to issue enforcement order for unauthorized wetland work. The five-member board voted unanimously to issue an Enforcement Order and Cease and Desist at 35 Winthrop Avenue for digging and trenching adjacent to a wetland, requiring a restoration plan by July 16,
Agawam School Committee closes the school year with a new principal, an extended superintendent contract, and 11 policy approvals.
Zoning Board determines North Street property complies under state zoning law. The board, sitting with Chair Doreen Prouty, Vice Chair Richard Maggi, and Clerk Aldo Mancini, voted unanimously (3-0) that the property at 0 North Street complies with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 40a, Section 6.
Agawam High School Building Committee unanimously approves $2.6 million in project amendments. The committee backed a $2.5 million change order from Fontaine Bros for turf field and terrazzo flooring work, plus a $71,423 contract amendment from Flansburgh for landscaping design. The committee also
Agawam Planning Board backs fence-height ordinance, approves Juniors Towing site plan. The board unanimously recommended approval of an ordinance increasing the allowed fence height from 6.5 feet to 8 feet, incorporating Building Inspector recommendations. Council President Anthony Russo, who
Agawam Beautification Committee advances barrel program to 80 units, explores Town Hall landscaping work. The Committee reported its barrel flower initiative has sold 80 units and received a new sponsor; members dedicated 2.5 hours on June 7 placing signs. The Committee also discussed a potential